1999 Ferrari F50 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F50 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP) has 622 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari F50 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1958 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Ferrari F50 (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F50 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Wartburg |
| Model | F50 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 671 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2460 mm |
